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Gold Standards & Purity

Common Gold Testing Methods Explained Acid XRF Fire Assay

From cheap acid drops to nuclear-grade fire assays, gold testing isn’t what you think. Modern methods will make you question everything you know.

Goldture Team
June 22, 2025

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Can Fake Gold Set Off a Metal Detector

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They cost thousands but can't find an ounce of gold. Learn why long-range detectors are…

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Top Gold Detector Apps for Treasure Hunters

Turn your smartphone into a treasure-finding machine! See why budget-savvy hunters are…

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Top Gold Nugget Metal Detectors for Deep Ground Detection

These gold detectors can snag nuggets worth thousands from 1.5m underground - but which…